Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2019 Ford Transit Custom 300limitd Eblue?

Yes. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. A full MOT history analysis will highlight patterns that a single test result won't reveal.

What corrosion should I look for when inspecting a 2019 Ford Transit Custom 300limitd Eblue?

Check brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that is expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.

How are tyres and brakes typically on a 2019 Ford Transit Custom 300limitd Eblue?

Tyres and brakes are the most common advisory items on vehicles of this age. Budget for replacement if they are near the limit, and factor this into your offer price.

How many 2019 Ford Transit Custom 300limitd Eblue vehicles have had dangerous defects recorded?

21% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded. Search the registration on CarHunch — the full MOT history will show exactly what was flagged and whether it was resolved.

Is the 2019 Ford Transit Custom 300limitd Eblue reliable?

Based on MOT data from 2,610 vehicles, the 2019 Ford Transit Custom 300limitd Eblue has a first-time MOT pass rate of 84.9%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2019 Ford Transit Custom 300limitd Eblue?

Yes. The MOT history will not show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status. An HPI check covers these areas and should be part of any used car purchase.

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Ford Transit Custom 300limitd Eblue (2019)

2,610 real MOT outcomes analysed • 84.9% first-time pass rate

2019 Ford Transit Custom 300limitd Eblue

CarHunch analysed 2,610 real MOT records for the 2019 Ford Transit Custom 300limitd Eblue. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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This Transit Custom is a solid performer: it passes first time 83.9% of the time, outpacing the UK average of 80%, which means you're buying into a cohort with above-average reliability credentials. However, one in five of these vehicles (20.9%) have recorded a dangerous defect at some point, so a thorough pre-purchase inspection is non-negotiable.

At nearly 65,000 miles on average, these vans are showing typical wear for their age, and the real story lies in what fails: owners encounter around 0.8 failures per vehicle but rack up 3.3 advisories, suggesting minor issues (wear items, minor adjustments) are common rather than structural problems. Before purchase, ask for the full MOT history and have a mechanic verify suspension, brakes, and electrical systems—the advisory pattern indicates these are the usual pressure points on this model.

The 2019 Ford Transit Custom 300limitd Eblue passes its MOT first time at roughly the UK average rate (84.9%) — solid but worth checking this vehicle's history carefully.

⚠️ Over 1 in 5 of these vehicles have had a dangerous MOT failure at some point — usually tyres or brakes, and often a one-off issue rather than a persistent problem. The group stats won't tell you which one you're looking at.

First-time pass

84.9%

UK average ~80%

Around average

Dangerous (ever)

20.9%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.8

Over 4.5 tests on record

Moderate

Typical mileage

60k

Middle half: 42k–84k

For context

🔧 Average reliability. Passes at roughly the UK rate — not a standout, not a problem vehicle. Individual history makes all the difference.

🔧 Expect consumable spend. An average of 3.3 advisories per vehicle tells you wear items (tyres, brakes) get flagged regularly. Budget for them — they're not surprises.

🔍 The dangerous defect figure is real. Most are one-off tyre failures or brake issues — not structural problems. But it's exactly why checking the individual vehicle's history is essential, not optional.

These stats describe 2,610 vehicles as a group. The specific vehicle you're looking at could be the one good example or the one outlier. Run its registration to find out.

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Based on MOT data from 2,610 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 20.9% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
Search the reg on CarHunch for the full MOT history, reliability stats and a free AI-powered analysis of that exact vehicle.
🔍 Brake pipes, sills and subframes are the key areas on a vehicle this age — structural rust is hard to spot without getting underneath. A mechanic will check all of this before you commit, and give you a concrete basis to negotiate on price. Inspection →
📄 Outstanding finance, insurance write-offs and clocking won't appear in the MOT records — a dedicated history check covers all of this. Our link gets you 20% off automatically. History Get 20% off via CarHunch

Pass Rate by Fuel Type

Fuel type	Vehicles	Pass rate	Avg failures
Diesel (100%)	2,609	84.9%	0.8

Colour Breakdown

Based on 52,766 Ford Transit Custom 300limitd Eblue vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

White 31.2%

16,482

Grey 24.2%

12,749

Silver 20.8%

10,958

Black 12.4%

6,562

Blue 8.3%

4,388

Orange 1.8%

934

Red 1.2%

647

Yellow 0%

Green 0%

Multi-colour 0%

Mileage Distribution

Most 2019 Ford Transit Custom 300limitd Eblue vehicles sit in the blue band. If the vehicle you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.

59,936

typical

41,677

low mileage

83,936

high mileage

Half of all 2019 Ford Transit Custom 300limitd Eblue vehicles fall between 41,677 and 83,936 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 41,677 miles — lower than most. Could be great, or could be a vehicle that rarely moved. Check test frequency and mileage progression in the MOT history.

✓ 41,677–83,936 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2019 Ford Transit Custom 300limitd Eblues sit.

⚠ Over 113,313 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2019 Ford Transit Custom 300limitd Eblue — Still on the Road

Almost all 2019 Ford Transit Custom 300limitd Eblues are still on the road.

Strong survival — 2,339 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025, 99% of the peak.

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2022–2025.

MOT History Averages

4.5

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.8

Avg failures per vehicle

3.3

Avg advisories per vehicle

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